Indian Railways is working on the Rishikesh-Karnaprayag rail line to connect the hilly areas of Uttarakhand to the main rail network. The project faces tough geographical challenges in the Himalayan region, which has led to a revision in the completion dates. Recent reviews by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Railways have provided a clear timeline for the project.
When will the trains start running on this route?
The project will be completed in phases to manage the difficult terrain. According to O.P. Malgudi, Deputy General Manager (Civil) of RVNL, trains are expected to reach Byasi by June 2028. The entire dream project, extending all the way to Karnaprayag, is now slated for completion by December 2029. The original deadline was December 2028, but it was extended due to construction complexities.
What is the current progress and technical details?
Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) has already started construction on Shivpuri and Byasi stations. The tender process for other stations is complete and work is underway. Track laying has also begun in several sections of the line. The project is massive in scale and involves a high percentage of underground work.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Length | 125 km |
| Tunnel Coverage | 83% of the total line |
| Main Tunnels | 16 |
| Escape Tunnels | 12 |
| Total Stations | 13 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
ऋषिकेश-कर्णप्रयाग रेल लाइन कब तक पूरी होगी?
इस प्रोजेक्ट का पूरा काम दिसंबर 2029 तक खत्म होने की उम्मीद है, जबकि जून 2028 तक ट्रेनें ब्यासी (Byasi) तक पहुँच जाएंगी।
इस प्रोजेक्ट में कितनी सुरंगें बन रही हैं?
इस 125 किमी लंबी लाइन में कुल 16 मुख्य सुरंगें और 12 एस्केप सुरंगें बनाई जा रही हैं, क्योंकि 83% रास्ता सुरंगों से होकर गुजरेगा।